Description:

Ecuador, pre-1500 CE. Aah, the treasured Spondylus shell manifesting myriad varieties of red, pink, and white is the star of this piece of jewelry! Understood by the ancients as symbolizing fertility and power, works comprised of Spondylus shell were customarily used in rituals and ceremonies in Pre-Columbian times. In addition, Spondylus shell creations served as offerings to Pachamama and funerary offerings for deceased loved ones. Main necklace measures 31"L (33-3/4" with pendant and suspension for pendant). Contemporary assembly. Provenance: Ex-Virginia Gamba Collection All items in this auction are legal to buy/sell under U.S. statute covering cultural patrimony per United States Code 2600, CHAPTER 14 -- CONVENTION ON CULTURAL PROPERTY, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

  • Condition: Intact and wearable

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April 16, 2014 8:00 AM MDT
Louisville, CO, US

Artemis Fine Arts

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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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